Business Development Representative (Sales)
Employment type: Full-Time
Application Due Date: August 1, 2026
Business Development Representative (Sales)
– Landscaping Company
Turner Design Group | Howell, MI
Job Type
Full-time
Pay
$40,000 – $47,000 base salary + commission
On-Target Earnings: $55,000 – $65,000
Commission is calculated as a percentage of gross profit on closed projects.
About Us
Turner Design Group is a growing landscape design, build, and maintenance company serving
Livingston County and surrounding areas. Our mission is to enhance the lives of our clients, our
team, and our community through high-quality outdoor spaces and exceptional service.
We are a relationship-driven, referral-based company, and we’re looking for someone who
thrives on building trust and connecting with people. We are a woman owned and Michigan State
University Alumna owned business
Position Overview
We are hiring a Business Development Representative (Sales) to drive new client growth and
strengthen relationships with existing clients.
This role is ideal for someone who enjoys sales, customer relationships, and being active in the
local community. You will manage the full sales cycle—from initial inquiry to signed contract—
while helping grow our presence in the area.
Responsibilities
Sales & Lead Conversion
• Generate leads
• Respond to inbound leads (website, Google Ads, social media, referrals)
• Follow up quickly and consistently with all prospects
• Qualify leads and guide clients through service options
• Close new landscape, maintenance, and seasonal service contracts
Client Relationship Management
• Maintain strong relationships with existing clients
• Identify upsell opportunities (enhancements, maintenance, seasonal services)
• Support service renewals and long-term client retention
Networking & Community Involvement
• Attend local networking events and community functions
• Build referral relationships with homeowners, HOAs, and local partners
• Represent Turner Design Group professionally in the community
Pipeline & Follow-Up
• Track all leads and opportunities
• Maintain organized pipeline and next steps for each client
• Provide updates on sales activity and performance
What Success Looks Like
First 60 Days
• Learn services, pricing, and sales process
• Begin managing and following up on leads
• Generate leads
• Build relationships with team and clients
3–5 Months
• Run client conversations confidently
• Begin closing smaller jobs and maintenance agreements
• Start building referral relationships
5–12 Months
• Consistently close new work
• Generate leads through networking and relationships
• Identify and close upsell opportunities
Qualifications
Required
• Strong communication and people skills
• Organized and reliable with follow-through
• Self-motivated and comfortable working independently
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation
• Knowledge in horticulture, landscape architecture, landscape design or similar field.
Preferred
• Sales, customer service, or account management experience
• Familiarity with CRM systems (LMN or similar)
Compensation Details
• Base salary: $40,000 – $47,000
• Commission on new sales and upsells
• Optional recoverable draw available during first 90 days to support ramp-up period
• Growth opportunity within the company
Why Join Us
• Growing, locally respected company
• Strong referral-based business (warm leads)
• Opportunity to build relationships—not just make sales
• Clear path for growth and advancement
Apply Today
If you enjoy working with people, building relationships, and being part of a growing local
business, we’d love to hear from you. Apply online at https://turnerdesignmi.com/careers/ or
email your resume to sales@turnerdesignmi.com.
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